Set your sights on a new PR with our 5k training plan for intermediate runners, featuring easy runs, tempo runs, and speed work. The path to a personal best is paved with persistence and the right ...

New year, new me. That’s always the leading motto for at least a couple of weeks once the ball drops and the clock strikes ...

After you finish a race, it’s important to truly rest and recover. You put in the hard work, celebrate it with some R&R! “Too much downtime can make restarting feel like climbing Everest, while ...

Inspired to run a marathon? Great decision. If you’re ready to start training for a marathon, we have everything you need, including marathon training plans for every fitness level and goal, tips on ...

September 8, 2025 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google We may earn a commission from links on this page. Training for a marathon can be a massive commitment, but not ...

The week of workouts below is for SELF’s Learn to Love Running Program, our brand-new, beginner-friendly plan that will get you running 30 minutes nonstop! Here’s what you need to know to get started.

Yes, running more—provided you build up gradually over time—can make you a better runner, but it’s hardly the only piece of the puzzle. Strength training is a huge factor too: Adding it to your ...

As runners, we expect to improve from year to year—much like a smartphone, or a new car. But unlike the products we buy, faster race times, increased fitness, and lower body-fat percentages don’t come ...

Longer than a 10K (6.2 miles) but shorter than a half marathon (13.1 miles), a 10-mile race offers athletes a unique running challenge. From building endurance, strength, and mental resilience, to ...